FASHION TIPS FROM COMIC STRIPS

Marvel and 1928 Jewelry Co. Launches Superheroic Jewelry Collection [link]

Just in time for the release of The Avengers and The Amazing Spider-Man films, Marvel Comics collaborated with 1928 Jewelry Co. to launch a jewelry and accessories collection inspired by some of Marvel’s finest heroes, including Captain America, Thor, Spider-Man, The Punisher, and Wolverine.

Check out the Marvel x 1928 Jewelry collaboration on ComicsAlliance!

I currently have my eye on the Spider-Man Web Bracelet & Spider Ring and the Thor Charms Crystal Dangle Earrings. Which items in the collection are you coveting?

Velvet Batman dress, by All That Jazz [circa 1992]
[currently on sale at Lynn’s Rags]

Despite the fact that this dress is approximately 20 years old, it features some of this year’s hottest (or rather, recycled) trends: velvet, bodycon, mesh cutouts, and The Dark Knight. This dress was originally part of the All That Jazz x Batman Returns retail collection that was released in conjunction with the film in 1992.

Conclusively, Batman never goes out of style.

Romance Was Born Designs Marvel-ous Looks For Australian Fashion Week [link]

The whimsical Australian designer duo, Romance Was Born, kicked off Australian Fashion Week with a super-heroic collection for Spring/Summer 2013, sponsored by no other than Marvel Comics. With a collection that includes a tangible incarnation of Jack Kirby’s famous Kirby Krackle (comprised of textured beads and baubles) floating on a cosmic purple and charcoal ensemble, the Romance Was Born x Marvel Comics collaboration is truly a walking work of art.

Straying away from the blatant iconography and overuse of superhero emblems, Romance Was Born raised the bar for the fusion of fashion and comics, utilizing a mix of both comic and couture techniques to create high fashion looks inspired by Jack Kirby and the creators of Marvel Comics. These 25 looks feature anatomical trompe-l’œil prints, textured embellishments, halftone patterns, and colorful motifs of Marvel’s finest making cameo appearances throughout the collection.

Although the fashion may be a bit audacious for everyday wear, these looks provide a great style guide in how to add a touch of comic-inspired glamor into your wardrobe, from jewel-toned color coordination to structured silhouettes to bold prints.

Check out the Romance Was Born x Marvel Comics fashion collection on ComicsAlliance!

DC Comics x Converse Unveils Wonder Woman & Killer Croc Kicks [link]

As the latest additions to the DC Comics x Converse collaboration, Chuck Taylor All Star kicks featuring Wonder Woman and Killer Croc designs are now exclusively available at Journeys. The collection has greatly expanded since its launch in Fall 2010, with limited edition footwear featuring a variety of DC’s finest heroes and villains including Batman, Superman, Two-Face, Catwoman, and more. The collections includes low-tops and high-tops, and footwear available in men’s, women’s, and children’s sizes.

For an exclusive first look at the new Wonder Woman and Killer Croc shoes and the rest of the current catalog of DC Comics x Converse footwear, head over to ComicsAlliance!

OPI x The Amazing Spider-Man nail polish collaboration

Nail polish shades:

• Your Web or Mine? - The perfect pink for sticky situations.
• Into the Night - This perfect midnight blue was made for prowling.
• Call Me Gwen-ever - Girlfriend, be sure to pick up when this urgent coral calls.
• Just Spotted the Lizard - Be seen in this reptilian yellow-green.
• My Boyfriend Scales Walls - Climb new heights with this cityscape white.
• Number One Nemesis - Show your metal in this sparkling nickel.

Man, even Spidey would be groaning at those cheesy names. But regardless of the awful puns and the somewhat questionable color selection, Just Spotted the Lizard actually looks quite divine. Now, if only OPI could’ve created a white shatter polish that resembled webbing…

For Christmas, the Boyfriend Wonder gave me Gotham City.

As someone who never expects (let alone asks for) jewelry from others, I’m completely floored that he obtained my favorite piece from the DC Comics x nOir Jewelry collection. Thank you so much, Andrew - I’m forever in awe of you ♡

The detail that went into this piece of jewelry is simply stunning. I had never noticed this within the press photos of the collection, but there’s a tiny Bat-symbol atop one of the buildings! Furthermore, I love how the skyscrapers and the Cubic Zirconia windows are just ever-so-slightly askew in placement, giving this ring some grit and an air of vertigo upon closer inspection.

Simply put, Gotham City is the jewel of my collection. All I have to do now is keep her protected from riddling rogues, cat-burglars, and the like…